ASVAB Word Knowledge Practice Test 514111

Questions 5
Words cunning, euphoria, grandiose, liability, serenity

Study Guide

cunning
The definition for cunning is "Showing clever insight." Used in a sentence: The general devised a cunning strategy to outfox the enemy.
euphoria
The definition for euphoria is "Feeling of great happiness." Used in a sentence: Cassandra was overcome with euphoria when she met her long–lost sister.
grandiose
The definition for grandiose is "With an affectation of grandeur." Used in a sentence: The sweeping, grandiose staircase looked preposterous in the modest entry hall.
liability
The definition for liability is "A person or thing whose presence or behavior is likely to cause embarrassment or put one at a disadvantage." Used in a sentence: Kevin's growing fatigue was a liability as he attempted to climb the steep hill.
serenity
The definition for serenity is "Calmness." Used in a sentence: The serenity of the glassy sea soothed the sailors after the big storm.